The Actor and The Engineer Podcast

Paul James and Josh Knapp
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  • Télévision et cinéma
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This is a film podcast by two people that come at movies from different angles. Paul is a trained actor and Josh is a broadcast engineer. They have lively conversations about all aspects of old and new films: technical, emotional, acting, directing, writing, music, special effects, and more. Check out the website at www.actorandengineer.com and email actorandengineer@gmail.com.

  1. Ep 414 - Disclosure Day

    29 juin

    Ep 414 - Disclosure Day

    In this episode we discuss Steven Spielberg's newest film, sharing our excitement going in and our mixed reactions afterward. We praise Janusz Kaminski's cinematography, several standout shots, solid editing, and strong performances from Emily Blunt, Colman Domingo, Josh O'Connor, Eve Hewson, and Colin Firth, while getting into the repetitive structure, shaky logic, unclear stakes, and a surprisingly disappointing score that turns out to be by John Williams.

    39 min
  2. Ep 413 - Should Have Seen: King Kong and Gold Rush

    14 juin

    Ep 413 - Should Have Seen: King Kong and Gold Rush

    For our "Should Have Seen" series, we explore King Kong's pioneering stop-motion and in-camera compositing techniques, compare them to later VFX innovations, and note moments that feel dated in scripting and representation while emphasizing the film's emotional impact and sympathy for Kong. For Chaplin's Gold Rush, we both admire the film's pristine restoration, large-scale production, and silent-era storytelling conventions.

    40 min
  3. Ep 412 - Project Hail Mary

    13 mai

    Ep 412 - Project Hail Mary

    This week we talk about Project Hail Mary and the film's practical effects blended with CGI, cinematography, production design, performances (especially Ryan Gosling), humor, and strong themes.

    46 min
  4. Ep 411 - Top 5s of 2025

    26 avr.

    Ep 411 - Top 5s of 2025

    We return after an unusually long break to share our top five movies of 2025 and reflect on what a strong theatrical year it was with many of our favorite directors releasing films. Join us for the countdown!   00:00 Introduction 02:36 Josh Number 5 - F1 10:10 Paul Number 5 - Train Dreams 13:24 Josh Number 4 - Sinners 13:32 Paul Number 4 - Sentimental Value 20:04 Josh Number 3 - Eddington 28:05 Paul Number 3 and Josh Number 2 - No Other Choice 36:58 Paul Number 2 and Josh Number 1 - One Battle After Another 47:18 Paul Number 1 - Sinners

    57 min
  5. Ep 410 - Oscarcast 2026

    11 mars

    Ep 410 - Oscarcast 2026

    We run through our Oscars predictions, debating both who will win and who we would vote for across major categories. We highlight Sinners, One Battle After Another, Hamnet, and Sentimental Value throughout.

    1 h 7 min
  6. Ep 409: F1

    25 févr.

    Ep 409: F1

    We discuss and review the film "F1" and talk about why sports movies can excite even non-sports viewers.  We cover performances and character writing, the technology necessary to shoot the movie and the great editing.

    54 min
  7. Ep 408 - Sentimental Value

    11 févr.

    Ep 408 - Sentimental Value

    On this episode we dive deep into Joachim Trier's latest film.  We were captivated by the film's unique storytelling, vivid character portrayals, and exceptional filmmaking techniques. We talk about shot selection, camera work, the use of a central location, and the powerful performances that led to multiple Oscar nominations. The episode also features analysis on the film's exploration of family dynamics, the psychological nuances of its characters, and the unexpected craft behind pivotal scenes.

    1 h 3 min
  8. Ep 407 - No Other Choice

    25 janv.

    Ep 407 - No Other Choice

    In this episode on Park Chan-Wook's No Other Choice we discuss initial reactions, key themes, impressive performances, and the symbolic elements that make this movie a standout. From the intricacies of the narrative to our thoughts on its Academy Award chances, we cover it all. Plus, we touch on our thoughts about the current award season.

    52 min
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This is a film podcast by two people that come at movies from different angles. Paul is a trained actor and Josh is a broadcast engineer. They have lively conversations about all aspects of old and new films: technical, emotional, acting, directing, writing, music, special effects, and more. Check out the website at www.actorandengineer.com and email actorandengineer@gmail.com.

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